UFC Bracing For Bad Weather For Freedom 250 On Sunday

UFC President Dana White announced that the Freedom 250 fight night, set to take place in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, will be happening no matter what.

Bad weather is in the forecast for Washington, D.C. this weekend. The nation's capital could be home to some severe storms and turbulent weather. There's been an increase of bee and insect activity around the White House, as well, according to reports.

However, amid the rough forecast, White has made it clear that the event will be happening - no matter what.

White confirmed to TMZ Sports that the event is happening no matter what.

"Dana makes it clear the event is happening no matter what … even when Charlie jokingly suggested a bee infestation could derail things. That's welcome news for fight fans considering the massive buildup surrounding the event," TMZ Sports reported.

Rough weather in store for Washington, D.C. this weekend

On Sunday, June 14, heavy storms are likely in the area.

"Partly cloudy in the morning. Thunderstorms developing later in the day. Potential for severe thunderstorms. High around 90F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 90%," weather.com reports.

"Rain showers early with clearing later at night. Low 66F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%."

It could be a stormy, wet day in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, but the Freedom 250 is going on as scheduled.

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This story was originally published June 11, 2026 at 4:32 PM.